Pregnancy Update: What to Expect at the First Prenatal Visit

I go for my first prenatal appointment tomorrow, in the early afternoon and was told it could take up to two hours as I am a new patient. I know for a fact that I will be getting blood work done and talking with a local nurse organization that checks up on mom / baby during pregnancy, as well as getting an ultrasound to date my pregnancy exactly to a due date.So, what do you normally expect to occur during your first OB appointment?- Ask about your healthy history - Other habits that could have an impact on your pregnancy- Genetic and birth defect history- Explain your options for prenatal genetic testing- A thorough physical- A pelvic exam including a pap smear, unless you've had one recently - Urine sample to test for possible UTI or other conditions- Trans-vaginal ultrasound to date your pregnancy - Blood tests to test your blood type and RH status and multiple other things- Check for anemia- Test for immunity of chicken pox- Counsel you and let you know what's ahead

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